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The first month of the new year recently closed and many of us have refocused on our resolutions, here is a gentle push to keep that literacy goal going strong (or to create one, as the case may be). You might be thinking, “But I teach [fill in a non-literary-focused course here]—why do I need … read more »
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February is Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month®, a celebration of the importance of CTE for all students hosted by the Association of Career and Technical Education (ACTE). But what does high-quality CTE look like? ACTE’s Program of Study Framework outlines elements and more than ninety supporting criteria to answer this question for all grade … read more »
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In the constantly evolving educational landscape, the traditional model of instruction is transforming into a dynamic, collaborative, and hands-on experience for both teachers and students. The integration of phenomena-based learning has taken science instruction by storm and is the new expectation for the modern classroom. We’ve discussed this approach in several recent posts that emphasize … read more »
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Establishing strong teacher-student relationships in a virtual learning environment can be challenging. Students may sometimes feel their teacher is just a name on their gradebook, or they may think the computer is their teacher instead, particularly in canned curriculum situations. Research on learning and development emphasizes that student success is contingent upon learning conditions that … read more »
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Gallery walks transform classrooms by using movement, collaboration, and thoughtful discussions to turn students into active learners and help them develop critical thinking and social skills. If you aren’t familiar with gallery walks, they’re an instructional strategy in which students move in small groups around the room to actively engage with information at different stations. … read more »
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The 2025 Presidential Inauguration, set for Monday, January 20th at noon ET, offers a powerful teaching opportunity that bridges past and present. More than just a ceremony, inaugurations serve as living snapshots of American politics, culture, and society throughout our nation’s history. While the political nature of this event may create sensitive moments in the … read more »
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In Part 1 of this blog, we introduced you to Piktochart AI Infographic Generator and discussed applying the SAMR Model and the Triple E Framework to using it in your instruction. Today’s post offers detailed instructions for using this tool and shares classroom ideas. Piktochart AI Infographic Generator is a revolutionary tool for educators (or … read more »
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Are you looking for a game-changing tool to make your classroom materials pop? Piktochart AI Infographic Generator allows you to create eye-catching visual aids within seconds – perfect for study guides, lesson plans, and classroom presentations. There are many visual aid options, but this blog post will focus on the Infographic Generator, which includes five … read more »
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It seems that every time you open your inbox, another artificial intelligence (AI) tool promises to revolutionize education. Does this sound familiar? While the AI revolution has created a wave of educational tools, some have already proven their worth in classrooms nationwide. As educators, we’ve watched artificial intelligence transform everything from crafting the perfect lesson … read more »
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“Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to life and to everything.” Plato With the New Year upon us and resolutions abounding, resolve to add a little something special to your class lessons this year. Music is a universal … read more »